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Forum: General Discussion 02-22-2020, 12:45 PM
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Views: 2,821
Posted By Bob Foster
Learning opportunity

I spent this week at Wray's class and I thought I'd pass this information out to all the members. This would be a golden opportunity for anyone wanting to really get a great education and be a part...
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 04-11-2019, 10:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,552
Posted By Bob Foster
Pullmax auction alert

Here's a heads-up for anyone looking for a Pullmax (or two). The Caterpillar plant in Joliet Il is closing up and getting rid of everything. Up for bid is a P9 with a starting bid of $750, as well as...
Forum: General Discussion 12-08-2017, 10:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,766
Posted By Bob Foster
Maybe he was referring to mig brazing or silicon...

Maybe he was referring to mig brazing or silicon bronze wire?
Forum: Individual Classifieds 05-22-2017, 05:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,468
Posted By Bob Foster
The louver dies have been sold

The louver dies have been sold
Forum: Introductions 05-21-2017, 12:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,691
Posted By Bob Foster
Welcome Erick, you'll be amazed at what you'll...

Welcome Erick, you'll be amazed at what you'll find here. Bob (in Joliet)
Forum: Individual Classifieds 05-20-2017, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,468
Posted By Bob Foster
I have a set for a P9 that I would sell for $700...

I have a set for a P9 that I would sell for $700 if anyone else is looking. PM me if interested.
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 04-28-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,209
Posted By Bob Foster
Problem with the regulator?

Problem with the regulator?
Forum: Individual Classifieds 12-23-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,316
Posted By Bob Foster
Be sure to pull the drawer out and remove the...

Be sure to pull the drawer out and remove the tray that it slides on. Reach down into the oil well and fish around. You may be surprised to find jaw sets that fell out of the drawer and down into the...
Forum: General Discussion 01-30-2016, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,876
Posted By Bob Foster
As a side note: 4-door sedans and 2-door sedans...

As a side note: 4-door sedans and 2-door sedans usually share the same body shell with the exception of the sides (quarters/doors/glass). The windshield/roof/rear glass and deck lid are the same....
Forum: Automotive Projects 06-23-2015, 07:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 21,156
Posted By Bob Foster
Thanks for posting those pics of the inside. I...

Thanks for posting those pics of the inside. I would never have guessed they were made out of so many pieces...almost like a quilt.
Forum: Introductions 06-18-2015, 05:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,322
Posted By Bob Foster
Welcome aboard Carl. You'll be amazed by what you...

Welcome aboard Carl. You'll be amazed by what you can see and learn here.
Forum: Automotive Projects 06-17-2015, 09:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 21,156
Posted By Bob Foster
Nice work Kerry. Do you have any pictures of the...

Nice work Kerry. Do you have any pictures of the backside of the original fender?
Forum: General Discussion 05-24-2015, 12:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,932
Posted By Bob Foster
this has been listed for a long time.

this has been listed for a long time.
Forum: Resources 05-01-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 100,080
Posted By Bob Foster
And since the family doesn't seem to have any...

And since the family doesn't seem to have any interest, perhaps they wouldn't care if someone started providing copies to those who missed out on the first four volumes. My guess is they would...
Forum: Buck Building 02-28-2015, 10:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 16,862
Posted By Bob Foster
Recently I came across some old books that show...

Recently I came across some old books that show the building of a buck where the wood stations are built a little short and metal strips are used around the perimeter. The contact area is thin enough...
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 11-27-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 27,121
Posted By Bob Foster
Is there a table of contents available to view?...

Is there a table of contents available to view? Also, is the shipping around $180?
Forum: General Discussion 11-26-2014, 09:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,013
Posted By Bob Foster
interesting images from old books

Here are some more pictures from a very old set of English metalworking books:

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Forum: Heads Up Announcements 09-12-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,325
Posted By Bob Foster
The same seller also sells a reprint of a book...

The same seller also sells a reprint of a book called "Lofting And Layout" which I just received and it is also very informative.
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 08-22-2014, 05:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,325
Posted By Bob Foster
Thanks for the heads-up Bill. I just ordered a...

Thanks for the heads-up Bill. I just ordered a set. They do look good.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 06-21-2014, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,140
Posted By Bob Foster
Is there a difference between the blue and pink...

Is there a difference between the blue and pink foam? I often see stacks of the pink stuff in the bargain section at menards after it's been broken or gouged. They price it to get rid of it.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 05-22-2014, 05:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,056
Posted By Bob Foster
Kerry and Kent, thank you for the advice.

Kerry and Kent, thank you for the advice.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 05-21-2014, 07:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,056
Posted By Bob Foster
best way to clean/restore a file?

What is the best way to clean and sharpen a metal file? I've heard of using muriatic acid but was wondering if following that up with a wire wheel would help or dull the teeth.
Forum: Shop Safety 05-13-2014, 08:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,825
Posted By Bob Foster
The guy's tatoo says it all. Those cut-off wheels...

The guy's tatoo says it all. Those cut-off wheels are unforgiving when they cut loose!
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 05-12-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 23,855
Posted By Bob Foster
Same here. Paid for all including dvd offer. Only...

Same here. Paid for all including dvd offer. Only got 1-4. I have my payment confirmation if needed. Thank you for helping, Kent
Forum: Resources 04-19-2014, 11:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 100,080
Posted By Bob Foster
I don't know about the rest of you, but I don't...

I don't know about the rest of you, but I don't expect we'll ever hear anything more about the book series or plans to make things right from Mr. Barton's family. My e-mails have all gone unanswered....
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